Learning Support Assistant
JOB_52747704630700Job type
TemporaryLocation
LeicesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SenIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£90 - £100 Per Day
Hays have seen an increased need for experienced learning support assistants in North Leicestershire.
Learning Support Assistant
- Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Location: Leicester City Centre
- Salary: £90 - £100 per day
- Contract Type: Long-term temporary assignment – until Easter initially.
- Start Date: 6th January 2025.
About Us:
Hays Education are proud to be working with a vibrant and inclusive educational institution dedicated to providing exceptional support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). We are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where every student can thrive in accordance with their own individual needs.
Hays Education are proud to be working with a vibrant and inclusive educational institution dedicated to providing exceptional support to students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). We are committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where every student can thrive in accordance with their own individual needs.
Job Description:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work with students aged 9 to 16, providing tailored support to meet their individual needs. This role involves working closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to ensure our students receive the best possible education and care.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work with students aged 9 to 16, providing tailored support to meet their individual needs. This role involves working closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to ensure our students receive the best possible education and care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and small group support for students with SEMH and PMLD needs.
- Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.
- Support students in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and academic abilities.
- Collaborate with teachers to adapt and differentiate lesson plans and materials.
- Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
- Assist with personal care tasks as required.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH and PMLD needs is highly desirable.
- A relevant qualification in education, childcare, or a related field is preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting students with diverse needs.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
What’s in it for you?
- School holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and temp to perm available.
- Comprehensive training programme.
- A dedicated Hays consultant to aid you in your career.
- Life Assurance.
- Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions.
- Supportive team environment where you matter.
- A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits.
- 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad.
- Cycle to Work Schemes.
- Critical illness cover.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Learning Support AssistantJOB_527477046307002024-11-202025-02-18
Talk to Deiniol Dyke, the specialist consultant managing this position
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